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This Friday, Jan 26th I will be speaking about living with anxiety challenges and mental health for Creative Mornings. I HATE anxiety. Hate it. But my love for stopping mental health stigma by sharing my story is stronger. I'll also talk about facing our normal, everyday anxieties.

Registration opens this Monday at 11am. They go quick so make sure you sign up ASAP.

Wonder Woman Is Here!

Wonder Woman movie is here and it's about time! I'm jealous of those of you who have tickets to midnight screenings. I plan on watching it in the morning. I've been waiting for this movie for 30+ years since I saw Lynda Carter spin around and become this strong, feminine being who will you beat you down if you don't act right. Wonder Woman will give you a chance to act right, but will put the smack down if need be.

Gal Gadot looks great, just by what I saw in Batman v. Superman. The reviews have been great. This movie is long overdue.

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